A pair of red painted tôle chinoiserie jardinières Louis XVI, late 18th century

together with a pair of French red painted tôle vases, second quarter 19th century, decorated with landscape scenes, (20cm. high; 7¾in.), together with another French yellow painted tôle vase decorated with a fruit-filled tazza and ivy leaves, 19th century, (20cm.high; 7¾in.) and a pair of gilt-bronze-mounted siena marble vases,  20th century, (18cm.high; 7½in.)

Jardinière: In overall good condition. Some minor retouching. Charming detail to the decoration. The gilding on the handles is worn. The orange vase- in good condition. The one with the tazza is more orange in colour with green decoration. The gilt bronze feet are slightly dirty. There is some very minor flaking to paint on the plinth base. The marble vases - In good condition. Some very minor tarnishing to gilt-bronze
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."